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A barcode format record using Code 93 symbology. Code 93 is a compact barcode that supports the full ASCII character set. It produces denser output than Code 39 and is used in logistics and by Canada Post for delivery routing.

When to use

When you need a compact, full-ASCII barcode — especially for postal and logistics applications.

Syntax

ROwhSSSrrrrccccDATA

Parameters

ParameterDescription
R
Rotation: 1 (0 deg), 2 (90 deg), 3 (180 deg), 4 (270 deg)
O
Barcode type identifier for Code 93
w
Narrow bar width multiplier (1-9)
h
Wide bar width multiplier (1-9)
SSS
Barcode height in dots (3 digits, zero-padded)
rrrr
Row position in dots (4 digits, zero-padded)
cccc
Column position in dots (4 digits, zero-padded)
DATA
The data to encode (full ASCII)

Example

<STX>L
D11
1O1100800200050TEST93
E

Complete label with Code 93 barcode at row 200, column 50, height 80 dots

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